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From Miami to Honolulu and every town in between, people are generally very proud of the place they are from. But what makes the citizens of a certain city passionate about it? For one, it has to have character; something that is unique to that city that one won’t find anywhere else. Second, the positive […]

All destinations are not created equal. Picking the right location for natural beauty, relaxation, superb dining and stunning sunsets can make a difference when you’re falling in love or recharging your relationship. Tips: Buy a rose, pull off the petals and sprinkle them across the bed. Pack a luxurious bubble bath and fill the tub with […]

I think of Chicago as “New York Light” or “The Other Coast”. A dynamic city on the shores of Lake Michigan that boasts art museums, ethnic neighborhoods, architecture, night life and superb shopping that could go head to head with any international city. The BEAN is the best place for a photo opp. The mirror-like, […]

1. New Orleans, Louisiana, www.neworleanscvb.com “New Orleans bleeds music – it’s in the air, in the water, in the people. You can’t go to New Orleans without the music swallowing you whole.” One of North America’s “Top 10” destinations for live music. Lisa A. Tomaszewski, travel editor, HMP Communications. 2. New York City, www.nycgo.com “Where else […]

A bit about my passions: I started travel writing after a two year solo journey around the world. And yes, I found romance on the road. We were married and have two daughters. That hasn't stopped me from traveling.
Last year I kayaked in Antarctica, rappelled off a skyscraper in San Francisco, rode camels at a camel rodeo in the Outback of Australia, cruised the Rhine River, danced in Paris and Porto. I've traveled to over 100 countries and seven continents.
I realize that life is short so I'm cramming in as much as possible.
My career path: After the two year trip around the world I began travel writing. Today I have 12 books, the last 3 with National Geographic. I was super lucky to be a guest on “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” NPR, National Geographic Radio and CNN Travel.
Rappelling of a skyscraper in San Francisco to help raise funds for kids to go to Outward Bound camp.